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Friday, January 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Ocala. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Over 5,000 rubber ducks will be raced by the Rotary clubs of Marion County on Lake Tuscawilla to support the Discovery Center and local charities. Ocala-News
- ➤ Hearts and Harmony, led by Valrie Buck, leverages horse-assisted therapy to aid individuals, including veterans, in overcoming trauma and building self-esteem in Marion County, Florida. WCJB
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An off-duty Marion County firefighter saved a woman trapped in a burning vehicle after being involved in a head-on collision in Ocala. Ocala-News
- ➤ A car collided with a Marion County school bus in Ocala during a morning pickup; there were no injuries. Ocala-News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Florida man, Juan Carlos Abreu-Reyes, was arrested for stealing 294 gallons of diesel fuel valued at $1,084.86 using a modified minivan. FOX 35 Orlando
- ➤ Nathaniel Sebastian Vargas, a 20-year-old on felony probation, was detained after allegedly stealing a pistol from an Ocala gun shop, identified through a witness's photo. Ocala-News
- ➤ A Silver Springs resident recounts an encounter leading to his unlawful arrest at a KFC drive-through in Marion County, highlighting issues of over-policing and racial profiling. Ocala-News
- ➤ In Ocala, Florida, a man named Charles Walker was arrested for aggravated child abuse after an infant was admitted to the hospital with fractures inconsistent with his account of an accident. WCJB
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A 39-acre horse farm in northwest Ocala was sold for $2.4 million, continuing a trend of high-value sales in the area. Ocala-News
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Marion Athletic Conference girls weightlifting meet showcased exceptional performances, with nearly 100 athletes competing across ten weight classes, highlighting the significant growth of Lake Weir's program and several athlete's personal triumphs. Ocala StarBanner
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Operation OCALA 2025 - Endurance Challenge
Operation OCALA 2025 is a 65+ mile endurance event through the Ocala National Forest, requiring participants to carry a 25 lb backpack and navigate a challenging course within 24 hours.
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King of the Streets: Annual Street Stock Racing Event
The 'King of the Streets' event at Ocala Speedway features exciting Street Stock races as part of the DIRTcar UMP Winter Nationals, running from January 20th to 25th, 2025.
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Annual King of the Streets Street Stock Extravaganza
The 'King of the Streets' event showcases an exciting lineup of Street Stock racing as part of the DIRTcar UMP Winter Nationals at Ocala Speedway.
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King of the Streets Street Stock Extravaganza
The King of the Streets event features exciting Street Stock racing as part of the DIRTcar UMP Winter Nationals at Ocala Speedway.
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Ocala Home & Garden Show Celebration
The Ocala Home & Garden Show features a variety of home improvement exhibitors, live cooking seminars by celebrity chef Warren Caterson, and free admission for all attendees.
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Goat Yoga Adventure
Experience a fun beginner yoga class with baby goats, suitable for all ages and experience levels.
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Chris Janson Benefit Concert: Never Give Up On Country
Country music sensation Chris Janson will perform at a benefit concert supporting the Travis Mills Foundation at Sheltair Aviation OCF.
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New Year Paso Festival 2025
The New Year Paso Festival showcases a variety of equestrian events and competitions, held at the Southeastern Livestock Pavilion in Ocala, Florida.
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Glenn Miller Orchestra Concert
Experience the iconic Glenn Miller Orchestra, a renowned band that has been touring since 1956, as they perform live at the Reilly Arts Center.
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Yellow Brick Road - A Tribute to Elton John
Brann and his talented band deliver an authentic tribute to Elton John, complete with replica costumes and audience participation in a lively concert experience.
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